With Flowers and Plants, These Coffee Shops Are Bringing The Outdoors In

Jessica Han had always been drawn to flowers and coffee. For years, she dabbled in floral arrangements as a side hobby in her hometown of San Jose, California, making bouquets for friends and family…
by Haley Greene | May 25, 2023

Are Shipping Container Coffeeshops Here To Stay?

While storage container coffee shops were initially deemed a passing trend, many entrepreneurs worldwide have found remarkable success with this unconventional café concept.
by Zoe Stanley-Foreman | May 17, 2023

Bang For Your Buck: Top Marketing Insights From Coffee Fest New York

In March of 2023, I had the honor of leading three different panel discussions at Coffee Fest in New York. This was the first in-person event I got to attend as a representative of…
by Garrett Oden | May 12, 2023

A Business Owner’s Guide To Media Interviews

Does the mere thought of talking to a journalist make you nervous? Here are tips and tricks for every business owner to ace their next media request.
by Jenn Chen | May 5, 2023

How Coffee Shops Make Standout Design Choices

First impressions matter—are you creating the experience your customers crave? Here's what to think about when designing your café.
by Haley Greene | April 26, 2023

How to Capture the Perfect Coffee Photo

Many people's first interactions with a café are visual—and you don't have to be a photographer to take photos that define your brand and attract customers.
by Miranda Haney | April 14, 2023

Reconsidering the Condiment Bar

Originally a way for customers to personalize their coffee, the condiment bar may be a thing of the past.
by Valorie Clark | April 7, 2023

Delivering On Both Fronts: Coffee Shops Diversify With Shipping Services

Many cafés double as bike repair shops, bookstores, clothing boutiques. With the rise of ecommerce, some are using their space as a shipping locale.
by Vasileia Fanarioti | March 31, 2023

Mourning The Coffeeshops We’ve Lost

In March 2020, thousands of coffee businesses were forced to close their doors—some never reopened. This is in memory of all the shops we've lost.
by Valorie Clark | March 29, 2023

Beyond Cold Brew: Elevating Your Cold Coffee Menu

From iced lattes to frozen drinks, café customers can't get enough cold coffee. Find out how cafés can tap into the growing demand with a diverse cold drink menu.
by Haley Greene | March 24, 2023